Cartridge comparison
.22 GT vs 5.6x50mmR
.22 GT and 5.6x50mmR are both in the reference; see the full spec comparison below.
Side by side
| .22 GT | 5.6x50mmR | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Rifle |
| Introduced | 2021 | 1968 |
| Bullet diameter | 0.224″ | 0.2244″ |
| Case length | 1.7252″ | 1.9685″ |
| Max pressure | 62,000 psi | 55,114 psi |
| Recoil | 5.6–8.9 ft·lb | 3.9–4.3 ft·lb |
| Effective range | 700 yd | 200 yd |
Highlighted cells hold the clear edge where both sides have a number. Every figure is a range maximum from the reference; typical loads run lower.
Case profiles, to scale
Drawn to the same scale, so the proportions are true. Physical size varies with your screen.